It's National Fish and Chip Day and Ayrshire folks are flocking to their nearest chippy this evening for a tasty meal. 

Although it usually occurs on the first Friday of June, in 2024 National Fish and Chip Day will take place on Thursday, June 6, in honour of the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings.

But just what are the top rated fish and chip shops in the region? We put the question to our readers, and we've narrowed down the list to the most popular....

EAST AYRSHIRE

Nello's, Cumnock

The Wee Chippy, Mauchline

Bonnyton Cafe, Kilmarnock

Marcello's, Auchinleck

The Wellbeck, Kilmarnock

The Chip Box, Stewarton

Ferris Cafe, Kilmarnock

NORTH AYRSHIRE

Gino's Fryer, Largs

Marco's, Irvine

Eglinton Diner, Saltcoats

The Fish Works, Largs 

The Village Chippy, West Kilbride 

Mamma's, Irvine

Enzo's, Irvine

Aldo's, Kilwinning

Melbourne Fry, Saltcoats

Alberts, Ardrossan

SOUTH AYRSHIRE

Marco's Fish and Chips, Ayr

Harbour View, Girvan

Graziano's, Girvan

The Lucky Star, Ayr

Forehill Cafe, Ayr

Wee Hurrie, Troon

Enzo's, Ayr